A company’s logo is so much more than a simple marketing tool; it’s a symbol representing the values, promises and aspirations of an entire team of people. A logo also acts as a unique form of visual shorthand—a way to convey a company’s purpose and personality. And because these pillars of a brand change and …
Nurturing a Strong Supply Chain Organization
What is a world-class supply chain? What does it look like from the outside? The inside? Is it achievable or merely a lofty goal only attained in our dreams? At Douglas, we’ve researched this subject extensively and have come to a simple conclusion: The journey toward a world-class supply chain will never end. It’s the …
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Variety Packs: Paperboard & Corrugated
Today’s manufacturers are turning to variety packs to increase the value and flexibility offered to customers. Despite their advantages from a consumer perspective, creating variety packs can be challenging for producers, particularly when they want to swap between multiple variety pack sizes and types. Variety packs are becoming more prevalent in the food and beverage …
The Importance of Networking in the Packaging Industry
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of networking is: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions; specifically the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business. At Douglas Machine, we’re strong advocates of networking across every field of business. Professional networking provides a way to make valuable connections with other …
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Types of Secondary Packaging for Food Products
Choosing which type of secondary packaging machinery can be daunting because there are so many different options. First, you must factor what type of case to load your food products into due to cost, ease of opening, durability and possibly design. Sometimes a specific case is needed because of the style of product, and sometimes …
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